Richard Satchwell to appeal murder conviction on six grounds

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Richard Satchwell is to appeal his conviction for murdering his wife, Tina, on six grounds, including material he says should not have been put before the trial jury. The appeal is not expected to be heard before late 2026 or early 2027.

Satchwell was sentenced to life in prison on June 4 after a jury found him guilty of murder. His defence counsel said at sentencing that Satchwell intended to appeal.